These cookies are perfect for celebrating birthdays or simply adding some fun to your day. With colorful sprinkles and a soft, chewy texture, these cookies are sure to be a hit with kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup rainbow sprinkles, plus more for topping
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Gently fold in the rainbow sprinkles.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
- Top each cookie with a few extra sprinkles before baking.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Interesting Facts
These cookies are a fun twist on traditional sugar cookies, perfect for birthdays or any special occasion.
Feel free to customize the sprinkle colors to match the theme of your party or event.